Women's Issues Counselling in Newton Abbot

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Rivka Jacobs
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Making the first step on your counselling journey can often be the hardest — so well done for getting here. As an integrative counsellor, I take into account your unique circumstances and needs, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and a foundation of trauma-informed practice. These approaches guide and inform my work, allowing me to tailor sessions to best support your healing, growth, and wellbeing.I provide a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you.
Making the first step on your counselling journey can often be the hardest — so well done for getting here. As an integrative counsellor, I take into account your unique circumstances and needs, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and a foundation of trauma-informed practice. These approaches guide and inform my work, allowing me to tailor sessions to best support your healing, growth, and wellbeing.I provide a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you.
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Basia Louise Worsley
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hello, I'm Basia Louise. I'm an experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Eco (walk and talk therapy) Humanist/Clinical Supervisor and a member of BACP with a private practice in Newton Abbot. I believe one of the most important aspect in counselling, is first, in choosing the person you'll do your best work with and then in the building of that theraputic relationship of trust. I offer an open, caring, safe and non judgemental space where I help people get to the root of what is causing their problems and support them in discovering ways to change their lives for the better.
Hello, I'm Basia Louise. I'm an experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Eco (walk and talk therapy) Humanist/Clinical Supervisor and a member of BACP with a private practice in Newton Abbot. I believe one of the most important aspect in counselling, is first, in choosing the person you'll do your best work with and then in the building of that theraputic relationship of trust. I offer an open, caring, safe and non judgemental space where I help people get to the root of what is causing their problems and support them in discovering ways to change their lives for the better.
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Joyce Howitt
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, insecure, or overwhelmed by your emotions? Or are you looking for someone who will listen and be non judgemental and to whom you can talk in confidence about issues that are bothering you that would be difficult to share with friends or family members? Your feelings may be related to a bereavement or loss, the effects of abuse, relationship issues, or a major life change or may be related to something unresolved from the past. You may also be seeking support in setting goals and moving on in a positive way. These (and others) are areas in which I am well experienced.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, insecure, or overwhelmed by your emotions? Or are you looking for someone who will listen and be non judgemental and to whom you can talk in confidence about issues that are bothering you that would be difficult to share with friends or family members? Your feelings may be related to a bereavement or loss, the effects of abuse, relationship issues, or a major life change or may be related to something unresolved from the past. You may also be seeking support in setting goals and moving on in a positive way. These (and others) are areas in which I am well experienced.
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Sarah Finch
Counsellor, BACP
I work with individuals, couples and relationships online and in person. Experiencing narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and doubting yourself. I provide a safe space where you can explore the impact of emotional manipulation, gaslighting, coercive control, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Together, we can rebuild self-esteem, strengthen boundaries, restore trust in your decision making and support your recovery from trauma. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, helping you move from surviving to thriving with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience.
I work with individuals, couples and relationships online and in person. Experiencing narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling confused, anxious, and doubting yourself. I provide a safe space where you can explore the impact of emotional manipulation, gaslighting, coercive control, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Together, we can rebuild self-esteem, strengthen boundaries, restore trust in your decision making and support your recovery from trauma. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, helping you move from surviving to thriving with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience.
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Jo Smallbones
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Are you experiencing a prolonged, overwhelming sense of helplessness, depression and stress, resulting in you struggling to concentrate, make decisions and complete everyday tasks? Is your confidence, motivation and self-esteem at an all-time low and you feel you've lost your sense of identity? Is your pain from the past or your anxiety about your future numbing your enjoyment of your present? I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space to feel heard, understood and emotionally supported, helping you to make sense of any destructive or self-defeating patterns which may be holding you back.
Are you experiencing a prolonged, overwhelming sense of helplessness, depression and stress, resulting in you struggling to concentrate, make decisions and complete everyday tasks? Is your confidence, motivation and self-esteem at an all-time low and you feel you've lost your sense of identity? Is your pain from the past or your anxiety about your future numbing your enjoyment of your present? I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space to feel heard, understood and emotionally supported, helping you to make sense of any destructive or self-defeating patterns which may be holding you back.
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Miranda Day
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Hello. If you're suffering from anxiety, depression, overwhelm, self-doubt or despair then let me help. I am a warm, dynamic, creative counsellor who works purposefully with you to help you feel stronger and, ultimately, happier. I will give you a safe, non-judgmental space to gently process your feelings, unravel tangled confusion, explore relationships with yourself, others, and your place in this world and reflect on how past relationships and events might be impacting how you are now. By using creative interventions we can access the subconscious, instinctive part of our brain to enable life-changing discoveries.
Hello. If you're suffering from anxiety, depression, overwhelm, self-doubt or despair then let me help. I am a warm, dynamic, creative counsellor who works purposefully with you to help you feel stronger and, ultimately, happier. I will give you a safe, non-judgmental space to gently process your feelings, unravel tangled confusion, explore relationships with yourself, others, and your place in this world and reflect on how past relationships and events might be impacting how you are now. By using creative interventions we can access the subconscious, instinctive part of our brain to enable life-changing discoveries.
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Karen Edmonds
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Do you ever feel lost and not sure which way to turn? Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if your thoughts feel scattered, you’re carrying too much, or life feels messy and overwhelming. We all have times where we struggle – whether it be with self-esteem, neuro-divergence, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, anger or relationships. And the bravest thing you can do is ask for help. Talking together we can discover what's impacting you now. What's holding you back or causing distress? By understanding your story and what does (or doesn't) work for you we can look towards improving your future.
Do you ever feel lost and not sure which way to turn? Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if your thoughts feel scattered, you’re carrying too much, or life feels messy and overwhelming. We all have times where we struggle – whether it be with self-esteem, neuro-divergence, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, anger or relationships. And the bravest thing you can do is ask for help. Talking together we can discover what's impacting you now. What's holding you back or causing distress? By understanding your story and what does (or doesn't) work for you we can look towards improving your future.
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Diane Roberts
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Believing in the uniqueness of each person and their circumstances at any one moment in time, I am committed to a pluralistic approach which acknowledges and values the notion that what might work in one session, might not be successful in another, and that what might be appropriate for one client, might feel uncomfortable for someone else. Our relationship will, therefore, be based on the premise that your therapy will be the outcome of the collaboration between you and I, and will reflect your shifting needs within sessions, and from one session to another, as together we travel beyond the boundary of your previous thoughts.
Believing in the uniqueness of each person and their circumstances at any one moment in time, I am committed to a pluralistic approach which acknowledges and values the notion that what might work in one session, might not be successful in another, and that what might be appropriate for one client, might feel uncomfortable for someone else. Our relationship will, therefore, be based on the premise that your therapy will be the outcome of the collaboration between you and I, and will reflect your shifting needs within sessions, and from one session to another, as together we travel beyond the boundary of your previous thoughts.
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Faye Westwood Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
I'm a qualified counsellor and work with adults and children / young people aged 8-18yrs. Counselling can help you explore your current issues, in a compassionate space, I go at a pace suitable for you, whether that’s led by you or maybe with some gentle encouragement from me. Counselling can give you the environment you need to explore and work through how you’re feeling in the here and now, whist working through your past or present issues. In sessions we can work on how your body holds and reacts to many things including Trauma, Grief and Loss, Depression, Stress and Anxiety.
I'm a qualified counsellor and work with adults and children / young people aged 8-18yrs. Counselling can help you explore your current issues, in a compassionate space, I go at a pace suitable for you, whether that’s led by you or maybe with some gentle encouragement from me. Counselling can give you the environment you need to explore and work through how you’re feeling in the here and now, whist working through your past or present issues. In sessions we can work on how your body holds and reacts to many things including Trauma, Grief and Loss, Depression, Stress and Anxiety.
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Leanne Winter
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Welcome to my profile. I work with adults and young people, individuals and couples who are struggling in their relationships—whether romantic, family, friendships, or at work. You may feel stuck in repeating patterns, experience conflict or distance, or find it hard to communicate your needs. Some clients come feeling hurt, rejected, or unsure of their role in relationships. Together, we create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. I help you understand patterns, strengthen communication, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Welcome to my profile. I work with adults and young people, individuals and couples who are struggling in their relationships—whether romantic, family, friendships, or at work. You may feel stuck in repeating patterns, experience conflict or distance, or find it hard to communicate your needs. Some clients come feeling hurt, rejected, or unsure of their role in relationships. Together, we create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. I help you understand patterns, strengthen communication, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections.
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Claudia Denington Mbacp Dip Couns
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
I work with both couples and individuals who are finding things difficult, and feeling disconnected, or stuck. Whether that’s within a long-term relationship, a relationship in crisis, or in your own inner world. I support individuals with various challenges including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, sexual trauma, work-related difficulties, and relationship issues. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward; others arrive with a clearer focus on what they’d like to change, whether that’s within a relationship or within themselves.
I work with both couples and individuals who are finding things difficult, and feeling disconnected, or stuck. Whether that’s within a long-term relationship, a relationship in crisis, or in your own inner world. I support individuals with various challenges including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, sexual trauma, work-related difficulties, and relationship issues. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward; others arrive with a clearer focus on what they’d like to change, whether that’s within a relationship or within themselves.
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Claire Cook (Willingham)
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hello.... I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Counselling is not only helpful for traumatic life events, it can also help when you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or having a huge sense that life is not what it could be. I like to encourage my clients to explore their issues and work towards a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Together we will look at finding your inner strengths so that you can build in them developing a greater self awareness. However, FINDING THE RIGHT PERON IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF THERAPY.
Hello.... I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Newton Abbot, Devon. Counselling is not only helpful for traumatic life events, it can also help when you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or having a huge sense that life is not what it could be. I like to encourage my clients to explore their issues and work towards a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. Together we will look at finding your inner strengths so that you can build in them developing a greater self awareness. However, FINDING THE RIGHT PERON IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF THERAPY.
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Malgorzata Teresa Polnik
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
I believe, everyone can create the life they want to live, despite difficult childhood experiences, dysfunctional relationships, or diagnosis. As an Integrative Therapist, I use a comprehensive approach tailoring therapy to individual’s needs. I will help you achieve emotional, mental, and social balance, which will improve your quality of life. I strive to provide a safe, kind, and nonjudgmental environment, where we can explore and work through the difficult areas of your life.
I believe, everyone can create the life they want to live, despite difficult childhood experiences, dysfunctional relationships, or diagnosis. As an Integrative Therapist, I use a comprehensive approach tailoring therapy to individual’s needs. I will help you achieve emotional, mental, and social balance, which will improve your quality of life. I strive to provide a safe, kind, and nonjudgmental environment, where we can explore and work through the difficult areas of your life.
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Wendy Jane Hemmings-Quelch
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
I am a Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor. My approach to therapy is concerned with individual growth and the relational needs of a person: the self, others we care about, and the things we value and need. I aim to assist you in becoming an authentic and self-accepting individual, who can practice choice over whatever life may throw at us - with kindness, heart and courage. I work from a Humanistic/Person Centred base, with you as the starting point. I am an Integrated therapist, which means I can incorporate other modes of therapy to suit clients' needs: from Psychodynamic, Relational to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I am a Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor. My approach to therapy is concerned with individual growth and the relational needs of a person: the self, others we care about, and the things we value and need. I aim to assist you in becoming an authentic and self-accepting individual, who can practice choice over whatever life may throw at us - with kindness, heart and courage. I work from a Humanistic/Person Centred base, with you as the starting point. I am an Integrated therapist, which means I can incorporate other modes of therapy to suit clients' needs: from Psychodynamic, Relational to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
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Karen Tite
Psychotherapist
Online Only
If you seem to cope on the outside but feel anxious, low or overwhelmed inside, I see you. You may be navigating a life transition, living with constant worry, struggling with sleep, or carrying trauma that still feels close to the surface. You’re tired of overthinking, self-doubt and feeling on edge. You want calm, confidence and to feel safe in yourself again. I offer a compassionate space, practical tools and lasting support so you can move forward with clarity, strength and hope.
If you seem to cope on the outside but feel anxious, low or overwhelmed inside, I see you. You may be navigating a life transition, living with constant worry, struggling with sleep, or carrying trauma that still feels close to the surface. You’re tired of overthinking, self-doubt and feeling on edge. You want calm, confidence and to feel safe in yourself again. I offer a compassionate space, practical tools and lasting support so you can move forward with clarity, strength and hope.
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Photo of Lisa Scarborough - Lisa Scarborough Counselling, Counsellor, MBACP
I am passionate about wanting to help people reach their true potential and live as authentically as possible. I believe this to be at the core of being happy. I can offer you counselling support for the following : *Anxiety *ADHD *Panic attacks *Depression *PMS self-care and coping strategies *Menopause *Perimenopause *Health issues *Motivation *Insomnia *Social phobia *Low confidence and self-esteem *Body Issues *Self expression *Your creative self *Loneliness *Hoarding *Loss and letting go *Bereavement *Relationships *Family issues *Stress -work and exam stress *Making difficult life choices *Carers
I am passionate about wanting to help people reach their true potential and live as authentically as possible. I believe this to be at the core of being happy. I can offer you counselling support for the following : *Anxiety *ADHD *Panic attacks *Depression *PMS self-care and coping strategies *Menopause *Perimenopause *Health issues *Motivation *Insomnia *Social phobia *Low confidence and self-esteem *Body Issues *Self expression *Your creative self *Loneliness *Hoarding *Loss and letting go *Bereavement *Relationships *Family issues *Stress -work and exam stress *Making difficult life choices *Carers
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Peggy Romero
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I am an integrative counsellor offering online therapy to adults (18+) in both English and French. I offer a calm, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. A particular area of interest in my work is supporting parents and carers of children with special educational needs, as well as neurodivergent young adults. My professional background in youth work, combined with my lived experience as a parent, has given me a deep understanding of the emotional, practical and relational challenges that can arise for families. I offer a space where you can explore stress, burnout and more.
I am an integrative counsellor offering online therapy to adults (18+) in both English and French. I offer a calm, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. A particular area of interest in my work is supporting parents and carers of children with special educational needs, as well as neurodivergent young adults. My professional background in youth work, combined with my lived experience as a parent, has given me a deep understanding of the emotional, practical and relational challenges that can arise for families. I offer a space where you can explore stress, burnout and more.
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Juliette Medder
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Sensitive, warm, accepting approach to whatever you bring whether it's current or from the past, working with many issues including anxiety, depression, families, relationships, body issues and low confidence. Do you feel anxious or low no matter what you do? Or relationships start well, but become complicated with emotions connected to ex-partners or family issues? Perhaps you are seeking greater clarity, peace of mind about a certain issue, or actually wanting to move towards a more positive future, searching for the route to free up your true potential? Supportive counselling can be an opportunity to speak and be really heard.
Sensitive, warm, accepting approach to whatever you bring whether it's current or from the past, working with many issues including anxiety, depression, families, relationships, body issues and low confidence. Do you feel anxious or low no matter what you do? Or relationships start well, but become complicated with emotions connected to ex-partners or family issues? Perhaps you are seeking greater clarity, peace of mind about a certain issue, or actually wanting to move towards a more positive future, searching for the route to free up your true potential? Supportive counselling can be an opportunity to speak and be really heard.
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Photo of Sarah Lane - Sarah Lane MBACP Counselling & Mindfulness, Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
I offer affordable integrative counselling, which helps with overcoming difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, poor self-esteem, bereavement and relationship issues. You may be lacking direction in your life at the moment, it may seem meaningless or you might feel low in confidence. Perhaps you are looking to find some clarity around what's important to you and to explore how you can bring more of this into your life? Or maybe you want to improve how you feel about yourself? Or perhaps you need a warm and compassionate space where you can fully feel your grief to be able to start to move forwards in life again?
I offer affordable integrative counselling, which helps with overcoming difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, poor self-esteem, bereavement and relationship issues. You may be lacking direction in your life at the moment, it may seem meaningless or you might feel low in confidence. Perhaps you are looking to find some clarity around what's important to you and to explore how you can bring more of this into your life? Or maybe you want to improve how you feel about yourself? Or perhaps you need a warm and compassionate space where you can fully feel your grief to be able to start to move forwards in life again?
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, have low self esteem, self doubt and confidence issues which are affecting your day to day life, relationships or work. It doesn't matter who we are, what age, positions or roles we have, we all struggle for a variety of reasons during our lives. Therapy enables us to be fully heard and understood, safely and without judgement. To explore and get to the heart of why we feel the way we do, to heal the wounds or struggles we carry around with us and to establish helpful tools and techniques to enable us to change unhelpful and often debilitating patterns we are stuck in.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, have low self esteem, self doubt and confidence issues which are affecting your day to day life, relationships or work. It doesn't matter who we are, what age, positions or roles we have, we all struggle for a variety of reasons during our lives. Therapy enables us to be fully heard and understood, safely and without judgement. To explore and get to the heart of why we feel the way we do, to heal the wounds or struggles we carry around with us and to establish helpful tools and techniques to enable us to change unhelpful and often debilitating patterns we are stuck in.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.